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Christoper Baratta

Licensed in US

Biography

In response to recent COVID-19 concerns, we are writing to assure our clients that we are taking recommended precautions. Christopher Baratta formed Baratta & Baratta, P.C. in 2007. For over 25 years, he has successfully handled all aspects of civil litigation including premises liability, automobile (No-Fault) negligence, insurance coverage disputes, products liability, ERISA subrogation, and commercial litigation for several longstanding business clients. In addition to his longstanding success in the trial courts, Chris has also achieved favorable results in the appellate courts, with published decisions in the MI Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. Mr. Baratta has been appointed by the Court to serve as a Neutral Case Evaluator in Macomb and Wayne Counties, he has served as a Neutral Arbitrator and Facilitator throughout SE Michigan, was invited to join the Million Dollar Advocates Club, is a member of the Macomb County Bar Association and the Italian American Bar Association. He has been honored with an AV rating by his peers, the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards. Girard v Dearborn Cinemas, d/b/a National Amusements, Inc., unpublished opinion per curiam of the Court of Appeals, decided May 18, 2001 (Docket No. 219871). On behalf of defendant, we successfully argued that the dangers presented by an independent roofing contractor’s ladder were open and obvious. Summary disposition was affirmed.

Education

  • Detroit College of Law
  • Class of 1994
  • J.D. Fordham University
  • Class of 1990
  • B.A.